Promoting ADHD Education to Reduce Gaps in Reporting and Knowledge of the Disorder Worldwide

Promoting ADHD Education to Reduce Gaps in Reporting and Knowledge of the Disorder Worldwide

Creator

Morgan Laverty; Danielle Bonser; Francesca Botto; Tyler Laws

Subject

ADHD; Health Reporting; Global Health

Description

Under and over reported cases of ADHD amasses a large burden of disease across all nations and socioeconomic circumstances. Variation in knowledge and reporting of the disorder results in conflicting data which renders many countries unable to understand and properly treat ADHD. By filling knowledge gaps, the global community can greatly increase the quality of life for people living with the disease in areas lacking proper ADHD education and programs. The high costs, both financially and mentally, of unreported/misdiagnosed ADHD can be lowered through further research. Increased knowledge of ADHD will ultimately lead to a healthier global population, lower healthcare costs, and stronger economies.